What a week we have had. On Thursday I took Marcus to practice and then he came back to the house to hang out. Then on Saturday we met him at his school to get his schedule and check out Boone High. After that we took him and a few of the other boys out to breakfast at McDonald's. I love getting to know all the kids at GOV. They are all very well mannered at least around us. After that we were headed off to his first football game. He did great. He had good hits, good throws and some great catches. He is an all around good player. I know he hated knowing I was taking pictures of him but after the games he asked to see them. (I knew he secretly wanted me to take them)














After the game we headed back home to hang out some more and have some dinner. Little did I know what was in store for me. Some how we ended up having a water fight in the back yard. Everyone was soaked including my neighbors! LOL
I think Marcus and David have started a great bond of picking on each other. They are constantly trying to out do the other one. It is so neat to watch them and see how there relationship is growing.
On Sunday we took Marcus to Church and then back home to paint his room. We told him he could paint it but he had to do the work. Well he did alot of it, but David did alot more. The room is a little brighter than we thought it would be, but Marcus likes it.

Marcus had to go back early Sunday because he started school on Monday. He said he likes most of his classes and most of his teachers. I was so excited and so sad on Monday. What a great memory he will have of his first day of High School, but I was not there to see him off or to be there when he got home. I can not wait until he is here in our house with his family!!! I know this has to be a slow process but I just want to speed things along.

This week we get to see him 2 weekdays and all weekend. Five days of Marcus is going to be great. And on Friday he get to spend the night. We actually just received a copy of the court order today. I am so super excited I hope he likes it here.

August 18, 2009

Well it has been a super busy week. Marcus had his Olympics last week every night for a week. We had a great time watching him run, swim, play ball and all the other events he did. It was nice to see him everyday for a week, however that is over.

Now we are back to one visit per week except for weekends. Marcus was able to spend all day Saturday with us and all day Sunday. Saturday we spent the day at home just relaxing and David, Marcus and I saw GI Joe that evening. Can you believe GI Joe is back....

On Sunday we took Marcus school shopping. We got back pack and school supplies. And then the big bang ($$$$) hit. Clothes! He needed everything, socks, undershirts, shoes, pants, shorts, dress shirts, and much much more. We had fun but now we need to tighten our budget.

Solomon and Josiah seem to be getting along well with Marcus. Solomon ask for him though out the day and every morning. I can not wait till the morning when he ask and Marcus is here!!

We have a visit scheduled for Thursday night to watch the Colts and another Sat. and Sun visit. We hope to have the court order to have him Stay over night by next weekend.

Please continue to pray for our family and that God will continue to lead all of us down his path.

Peace and Love

August 11 2008

Today my little boy turned three. It is crazy how fast time flies by. And I am continually amazed by Gods grace. Today is such a special day in my heart. For those of you who don't know, David and I were told we would never have children. To their amazement I did get pregnant but miscarried on Aug 11, 2005. One year later I gave birth to Solomon David Sabo! A healthy and super happy baby. On this day I not only celebrate my babies life, but God's promise to me to have a family. Thank you Lord for all you have done for me and especially for my children. All of them.

On another note, we had a great visit with Marcus this weekend. He joined us on Saturday at a hotel in Kissimmee with a water park to celebrate Solly's birthday. This was the first time he had met Solly & Siah. Things went great. He got along very well with both boys and all our friends and family that came by also. I expected him to be ready for some down time away from us, however he was upset when he found out he could not stay the night, or come back on Sunday. Visitation is a slow process and he did not understand that. We did have a nice LONG talk about the process and how it was in every body's best interest to take things slow (even if I don't want too). Then we talked about the schools close to us, his room, and about upcoming visits. We are fortunate to get to see him 4 days this week for GOV Olympics. Even though we are only allowed one visit this Sunday we still get to attend this event on Mon-Thur so we get a few extra days in there. YEAAA!!!!

He fits in so well with us, it is like we have known him forever and cant imagine not having him in our lives. We have also met some amazing kids at GOV so if anyone is thinking of adopting let me know. David and I feel it is our duty to share and communicate to others how God has used us. We hope others will have the same heart to take in and LOVE a child as God calls us to.

In His Love Always,

Angela

At dinner with the Collins Marcus (smiling which he says he doesnt do)

Our first family photo

Solomon chasing Marcus & April playing with Josiah

Marcus meeting Solly

August 7, 2009

What a week I have had. We painted Josiah's room in preparation of moving Solomon in with him. It turned out Great!

I am lucky that April my neighbor was able to come over and help out.

I hope to have everything done and have both boys sleeping in there in two weeks. then I can get furniture for ***** room. I am so excited that things are moving along very well. He called once this week to get our address and phone #'s for some forms so that he can spend Saturday with us. I am nervous that he will be overwhelmed by the kids and a few friends we have meeting us. But I figured that he will have plenty to do at the water park.

Today was Solomons 3yr doctors appointment. He is healthy and happy! He was so funny, the doctor was telling him to listen to mommy and buckle up, eat good and so on, Solly agreed by saying yes to everything until bedtime came up.

Dr. Coffman:go to bed when mommy asks.

Solly: NOPE

Dr. C: why not

Solly: I am not tired

Dr. C: but you have to listen to mommy

Solly: NOPE

Dr. C: yes you have to obey mommy all the time

Solly: NOPE

It was so funny. Dr. C could not help but laugh at my stubborn little man. Over all the appointment went well.

Again I ask that you continue to pray for our family and especially *******. Thanks

August 2, 2008

What a great weekend! We were looking so forward to meeting ****** for lunch and it went way better than we expected. We were told that he is shy and doesn't talk much at first. But let me tell you he out talked both David and me. We learned lots of fun things about him like what foods he likes and dislike, what kind of movies he likes and so on. He also asked us questions about the our kids and where we live. We could not have asked for a better time. After lunch we went back to GOV (where he lives) and got to see his room and then played a little basketball. I cant believe it is going so well. I am amazed by God's grace in this situation. I was ready to deal with lots of red tape but so far God has paved the path for a easy process.
We asked ****** if he would like to join us Sat. for a day at the water park for Solomons birthday and he said yes without hesitation. So on Sat. he will meet Solly and Siah and get to spend the whole day with us. I hope in a few more visits he may be ready to stay overnight, but I don't want to rush him. I hope to post some pictures of him soon, when he is OK with me doing so.

Today our family tried out a new church, Fellowship Orlando. We all liked it! The kids had a great time and the service was awesome. I am really hoping to get connected to a church soon. I know that David and I both want to be plugged in and now that we hope to take ***** soon we are looking for a great Youth Group also.
Please continue to pray that God leads and guides us to find the right church and for the relationship with ***** to blossom.